I have been riding all my life, I think "horsey" was my first spoken word.

I bought Bonadira in 1994 and entered into the "world of Dressage". I was, to say the least, overwhelmed with this culture. I had never done any type of "disciplined" riding before. Bo has taught me more than I can find words for!

I also own 3 other horses. An 18 year old Morgan mare, a 4 year old Lipizzan stallion and a 12 year old "Heinz 57". My young horse is "up and coming" and the other 2 we trail ride with .

Although I haven't been with the Rowes for very long, I am extremely pleased with the progress of my riding and the greater understanding Bo and I have begun to learn, since starting there. I have also learned that Bo has been very tolerant of me over the years! Their teaching is very clean and comprehensive to both horse and rider, removing the great "Dressage Mystery". In the short run, my goal is to improve my seat and position to better aid my horse and to make those aids effective as possible. In the long run, I would like to be able to ride (and score well, of course.) as though it were effortless! Jim, Sharon and Tracy have been very welcoming to Bo and I and extremely encouraging. I truly look forward to each lesson.

In addition to riding, I have 3 Border Collies, Jetta, Dakota and Delany who I train and compete with in, obedience and agility.